Corrections Juvenile Kitchen Lead

State of Louisiana; Bunkie (LA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Louisiana, Acadiana Center for Youth in Bunkie, LA, seeks a Corrections Juvenile Food Production Worker to prepare and serve meals and supervise youth in food service activities.

The role requires one year of institutional food service experience or twelve semester hours in related fields, with a pay grade WS-205 special entrance rate of $1,280 biweekly. Apply to Garilyn London in Human Resources.

Qualifications

• One year of food service experience or training in an institutional, hospital, military, or commercial food service operation.
• Twelve semester hours in food and nutrition, dietetics, or institutional management.
• Official job specifications defined by the State Civil Service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve meals in accordance with facility menus and dietary guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen, dining, and storage areas.
• Supervise youth assigned to food service duties, ensuring safety and compliance.
• Operate kitchen equipment and follow institutional food safety protocols.
• Assist with inventory, storage, and portion control.
• Uphold confidentiality, mandatory reporting, and trauma‑informed care standards.
• Participate in PREA training and other onboarding programs.

Skills

Food service experience

Education

Twelve semester hours in food and nutrition or dietetics or institutional management

Job description

State of Louisiana, Acadiana Center for Youth in Bunkie, LA, seeks a Corrections Juvenile Food Production Worker to prepare and serve meals and supervise youth in food service activities.

The role requires one year of institutional food service experience or twelve semester hours in related fields, with a pay grade WS-205 special entrance rate of $1,280 biweekly. Apply to Garilyn London in Human Resources.